# PTE RTS #11: Academic Dual Degree Inquiry

Respond to a Situation #11 - Level 2 - Feeds Speaking

> Read the situation and listen to it. You have 10 seconds to prepare, then 40 seconds to respond as if you were speaking to the person in it.

You are interested in pursuing a dual degree to broaden your career opportunities, but you are unsure about eligibility, workload, and approval requirements. You decide to schedule a meeting with the academic office to discuss the process in detail. What would you say?

## Answer

Good afternoon, I'm interested in pursuing a dual degree to broaden my career opportunities, but I'm unsure about the eligibility criteria, workload expectations, and approval process. Therefore, I wanted to schedule a meeting to discuss these details in depth. Moreover, I'd like to understand how pursuing a dual degree might affect my current academic plan and whether it's feasible alongside my existing commitments. Your guidance will help me make an informed decision about whether this path aligns with my long-term academic and career goals.

## Explanation

A strong response clearly states the purpose of the meeting, asks about eligibility criteria, inquires about the expected workload, and requests information on the approval process.

## Hints

- Start by clearly stating that you are interested in a dual degree and would like to understand the requirements.
- Ensure you explicitly ask about the three main concerns mentioned: eligibility, workload, and the approval process.

## Transcript

You are interested in pursuing a dual degree to broaden your career opportunities, but you are unsure about eligibility, workload, and approval requirements. You decide to schedule a meeting with the academic office to discuss the process in detail. What would you say?

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